The DBC’s Photo Contest closed on June 30 and we are accepting photos until July 7, 2026. All photos are welcome: amateur, funny, imperfect, high-quality. The “story behind the shot” is taken into account when the entry is judged. The judges want this to be a fun contest, so no categories have been predefined - every entry has a chance to win!
Note: the judges* ask that you limit the number of photos you enter to five or less. They usually do not give out more than one award to the same photographer if they submit multiple images.
If you would like to look at past DBC Photo Contest winners CLICK HERE.
The contest is open to DBC members only. Photos may be taken anywhere (not just DuPage/Illinois). If a picture includes people, the submitter must have permission from those people to publish their image on the DBC website. Photographs will be judged by a small team of DBC members and are subject to the July 7th deadline.
Good luck! Winners will be announced in the August Drummings.
There are two ways to enter your bird photographs:
1) If you have a Google Account (you have one if you use Gmail) click the link below:
DBC Photo Contest Entry Form
2) If you do not have a Google Account, email your image as an email attachment to
dupagebirdingclub@gmail.com. In the body of your email include:
a) Your name.
b) The species of the bird(s).
c) Where the picture was taken.
d) A Catchy Caption - Enter a caption or title you would like displayed with your pictures.
(Optional)
e) Narrative - Tell us about your picture - what's the story behind the shot? Include any
information the judges might need to fully appreciate your shot.
* We’re always looking for more Photo Contest Judges. If you might be interested, email Mike Warner at mwarner2543@gmail.com. No experience necessary!